Job DescriptionAt Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta's Product Technology and Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Formulation Engineer in Greensboro, NC.
Accountabilities:- Support all Safety and Compliance requirements. Must be fully knowledgeable of, and compliant with, all Syngenta safety policies and department standard operating procedures. Drive a strong safety culture of individual accountability.
- Deliver the scale-up of formulation processes from the lab to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring process safety, health, and environmental subjects are fully anticipated.
- Troubleshoot process issues and provide solutions to manufacturing.
- Be responsible for inter-site technology transfer or re-siting of products and serve as a member of the technical start-up team for new processes and equipment at Syngenta manufacturing sites or tollers.
- Design pilot plant trials and full-scale manufacturing trials and document key process considerations; write technical reports and operating procedures, train operating teams, provide technical supervision, document outcomes, identify next steps, and share best practices.
- Apply formulation engineering processing knowledge to identify solutions that improve capacity, quality, and cost efficiency at manufacturing sites and/or in the bulk supply chain, and serve as a member of, or lead, the project teams that implement these solutions.
- Be recognized as having technical experience in formulation engineering processing and serve as a resource for other engineers in North America.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, with 2+ years of experience in formulation processing development, formulation manufacturing, or a similar technical discipline (advanced degrees may be considered in lieu of experience).
- Working knowledge of formulation processing, scale-up activities, process risk assessment, and product lifecycle management.
- Strong project and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and stakeholder requests in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to analyze data, evaluate technical alternatives, and make recommendations that support project and business objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts, findings, and recommendations clearly to technical and cross-functional audiences.
- Experience building collaborative partnerships across functions, regions, and stakeholder groups to drive continuous improvement and achieve shared goals.
- Commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards, continuous improvement principles, innovation, and the adoption of sustainable technologies and processes.
Desired Qualifications:- Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to design and execute technical projects while contributing to and influencing cross-functional teams.
- Adaptable and resilient, with a willingness to embrace change and contribute to new ways of working.
- Passion for knowledge sharing, mentoring, and supporting the growth and development of team members.
- Customer-focused mindset, with the ability to understand stakeholder needs and develop strong working relationships.
Additional InformationWhat We Offer: - A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
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